I really like FP combat in the Elder Scroll games. Its more lifelike with the action starring you right in the face. Third person just doesn't work for me. Anyways can't wait for this game the one thing that I've always wanted with all of the Elder Scrolls game was a buddy to fight side by side with me. This game is going to feel more alive because of this.

I can't see FP combat being viable for neither pvp nor high-end pve (if such thing even exist).

It might be awesome for casual play and solo leveling, but you lack too much stuff when it comes to group play. (pve)

In pvp it will be unplayable. (obvious reasons)

I see your point to some extent, but I still like FP better .

I beg to differ. Sure you get a wider view if you zoom all the way out, but consider for a moment a player like me, who is an expert FPS player, and when playing Battlefield or PS2 is constantly on a swivel. The difference being, in those games, no one is in 3rd person so the playing field is leveled to a degree, but even that being said, I am going to try PvP in first-person and see how it goes. Granted I'll be with my guild so I won't ever be alone, but I think even a group of 4 experienced FPS players (who are used to needing lightning-fast reflexes) could wreak havoc on a group of 4 experienced MMO players (who are used to waiting for cooldowns and rotations) in third person.

We'll see, but there's no reason not to try, it'll be fun!

A really good example is the new Darkfall: You can be first-person, 3rd-person over-the-shoulder or 3rd-person zoomed out. People in first person regularly dominate those in third especially if they are using magic or archery. Melee is a bit different and 3rd-person people tend to win melee fights against first-personers.

I'll be PVPing in first person, just for the slightly added challenge.